Assistant Professor in Special Education Teacher Preparation and Inclusive Practices

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University of New Mexico’s College of Education and Human Sciences

Assistant Professor Position in Special Education Teacher Preparation and Inclusive Practices (Dual License Program)

Starting in August 2026

The University of New Mexico, College of Education and Human Sciences, Department of Special Education, invites applications for a tenure track Assistant Professor position in the undergraduate Dual License program with expertise in the area of special education teacher preparation and inclusive practices. This UNM faculty member will extend the teaching, research, and service mission of the Special Education Department.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be expected to (a) supervise students in field placements, (b) teach courses specific to the preparation of special educators to serve the diverse needs of students with disabilities, and (c) conduct scholarly work relevant to the preparation of pre- and in-service educators to work with preK-12 students with disabilities in inclusive settings. The faculty member will collaborate with colleagues in the Special Education Department and assist with the coordination of the Dual License program. This will include involvement in the recruitment and evaluation of potential cooperating teachers and collaborative decision making regarding the placement of teacher candidates, updating program participants’ progress, and ongoing collaboration with our program partners in conjunction with the Special Education Department faculty. We are especially interested in a candidate who can contribute to the rich and varied cultures of New Mexico through their teaching, research, and service. Successful candidates must be committed to working in the rich and varied cultures of New Mexico.

A complete application will include:

A signed letter of application that includes a detailed statement of qualifications explicitly addressing each of the minimum and preferred qualifications

A complete and up-to-date curriculum vitae

Transcripts of ALL graduate coursework (readable, unofficial copies will be accepted)

A copy of one professional publication

The names, addresses, telephone numbers, and e-mail addresses for three to five professional references

Only application materials requested will be considered. Consideration and review will not take place until all required documents are received. For best consideration, complete applications must be received 30 days after the position is posted on UNMJobs req34632 (http://www.unm.edu/jobs).

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Terminal degree in Special Education or a closely related field by August 14, 2026.
2. Minimum three years’ experience teaching students with a wide range of special education needs.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Robust and current formal academic preparation in the education of pre- and in-service educators to work with preK-12 students with disabilities in inclusive settings.
2. Thorough formal preparation and current involvement in research activities, such that the successful candidate will be able to establish an agenda of active research relevant to the preparation of pre- and in-service educators to work with preK-12 students with disabilities in inclusive settings.
3. Extensive preK-12 teaching experience working with students with a wide range of special education needs in inclusive settings.
4. Excellence or potential for excellence in teaching undergraduate licensure courses.
5. Potential for excellence in supervision of teacher candidates.
6. Evidence of successful collaborations across multiple communities.
7. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
8. A demonstrated commitment to cultivate an understanding of the rich and varied cultures of New Mexico and to the success of the university’s mission to serve local and global communities.

Application Instructions

Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.

A complete application will include: 1. A signed letter of application that includes a detailed statement of qualifications explicitly addressing each of the minimum and preferred qualifications 2. A complete and up-to-date curriculum vitae 3. Transcripts of ALL graduate coursework (readable, unofficial copies will be accepted) 4. A copy of one professional publication 5. The names, addresses, telephone numbers, and e-mail addresses for three to five professional references Only application materials requested will be considered. Consideration and review will not take place until all required documents are received.

Applicants who are appointed to a UNM faculty position are required to provide an official certification of successful completion of all degree requirements prior to their initial employment with UNM.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

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